When purchasing a cooking appliance from Rational, customers already receive a wide range of free services. The manufacturer has now expanded this range of services. For a fixed monthly fee, the new Rational Service Packages offer users additional services to ensure a high level of operational reliability and as such significant cost savings. What has long been the norm in … [Read more...]
UKHospitality CEO, Kate Nicholls confirms taking part in the ceda Conference 2019
Kate Nicholls, CEO of UKHospitality will be taking part in and speaking at the ceda Conference Business Day programme on Friday 5th April, which is noted for its top class speakers on both industry specific topics and general business issues.Kate Nicholls was appointed CEO of UKHospitality, the powerful voice representing the broad hospitality sector, in April 2018, having … [Read more...]
Bath pub opens with pizza just the way pizza masters of Napoli intended
The Claremont, formally known as the Rising Sun, in Bath has opened its doors with a Barrel and Stone pizza offering following an investment from independent pub owners, Punch.This fantastic community pub is back open following a full refurbishment which transformed both the internal and external look and feel of the pub. The investment has also created five new jobs for … [Read more...]
The challenging implications of a no-deal Brexit for Hospitality
Just under a thousand, or to be precise 968 ‘days ago’, the UK referendum to stay or leave the EU resulted in a decision to leave, by a margin of 52% to 48%. The number of ‘days ago’ is stressed here as this needs to be considered against there now being less than 42 days until the 29th March 2019, the leave date. Brexit CountdownCountdownPut in percentage terms, the … [Read more...]
Airlines and hotels lose £1000s in ‘Surcharge Squander’
Data from global payments marketplace, APEXX, reveals merchants within the travel sector are losing almost £18,000 for every £1m in corporate transactions due to a fear of overcharging on surcharge fees and a lack of understanding of the regulations.UK legislation and pan-European regulation which came in to effect in January 2018 banned surcharge fees on consumer cards, … [Read more...]
Craft Guild of Chefs to cook up a culinary treat at ceda Conference
ceda are delighted to announce that the Craft Guild of Chefs will be designing and producing the meal for the Gala Dinner at the 2019 ceda Conference!For the last three years, the leading chefs’ association have prepared the dinner for the Thursday evening meal at the annual ceda event and it has always been well received by the attendees of the informal networking dinner. … [Read more...]
Rational helps Balmoral Hotel keep its landmark status
Iconic Edinburgh hotel uses advanced cooking equipment to feed its guestsThe Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh is one of the most easily recognisable buildings in the city. Built as a railway hotel in the early 20th century, it has served as the temporary home for generations of visitors to the city, as well as being the ideal location for meetings, conferences, weddings and all … [Read more...]
Why care about water? A guide to responsible water use in foodservice
FOOTPRINT INTELLIGENCE, in association with MEIKO UK, has produced a ground-breaking report on how foodservice uses water to cook, wash food and dishes, and how poor water management effects business as well as the planet.This report shows businesses how to implement best practice that will save money, conserve water, build resilience, protect brand value and help … [Read more...]
Fri-Jado UK launches md ‘eyeline’ hot food merchandisers
Uxbridge based foodservice and food retailing equipment provider, Fri-Jado UK Limited, has launched a new range of heated multi deck (MD) ‘Eyeline’ merchandisers. The displays have been designed to meet the growth in demand for hot grab & go snacks and meal options, especially in convenience stores, forecourts, symbol groups, quick service restaurants and food to go … [Read more...]
Brighton Gin Joins Love Drinks’ Portfolio
Love Drinks has further strengthened its burgeoning portfolio of unique craft drink brands after securing the UK distribution rights for the award-winning Brighton Gin.The brainchild of Kathy Caton, Brighton Gin was launched in 2014, powered by a love of gin and grounded in the spirit that defines Brighton: independent, fun-loving, open-minded, adventurous and ethically … [Read more...]
Morgenrot’s World Beer Spectrum Reaches South Africa with Trio from Cape Brewing Co.
Leading beer importer Morgenrot has enhanced its exclusive catalogue of unique world brews with the addition of three crafty tipples from South Africa’s celebrated Cape Brewing Company.Joining the Manchester-based importer’s already much-revered global range, the new trio of beers will be rolled out immediately to the ON and OFF trade, while the brand will also be showcased … [Read more...]
NWCE become ceda Service Member
ceda are pleased to welcome their first new Member of 2019 as North West Catering Engineers (NWCE) join the organisation as a Service Member.NWCE provide an extensive list of services including 24-hour breakdown response and repair, installation (single item to full project) and maintenance of a wide range of equipment such as catering and bakery equipment, refrigeration, … [Read more...]
Armourcoat Acoustic ‘quiet zone’ at Surface Design Show
Armourcoat created a ‘quiet zone’ on their stand at the Surface Design Show in February to highlight the benefits of their acoustic plaster system. The company also featured among the main stage speakers and presentation to the 2019 Surface Design Award winners.The Surface Design Show, held at Islington’s Business Design Centre, is a must-attend annual trade event to source … [Read more...]
Peter Martin and Chris Brazier announced as ceda Conference hosts
The 2019 ceda Conference is starting to take shape with the announcement of its hosts.ceda are delighted to welcome back Peter Martin who will, once again, be taking up the role of host for the Business Day, a position he has held in the past.Peter is one of the most authoritative and influential commentators on the eating and drinking out sector, with some 35 years … [Read more...]
